Visit Haugesund

Why Choose Our Destination?

Destination Haugalandet, which includes the coastal town of Haugesund, stretches from the island of Utsira in the west to Etne and Sauda in the east and from Karmøy in the south to Sveio in the north. It's all happening in Haugesund and the Haugaland region. The region is a conglomerate of diverse international business activities. Shipping, electronics, metal, trading, gas, tourism, computer technology; the entrepreneur spirit from the herring fishing industry has resulted in numerous exciting and productive branches. There has been considerable development and the inhabitants of the region have cultivated the ability to cooperate and make things work. This is something that you and your conference delegates will also notice in the form of a progressive and accommodating host.